Prayers for the Week

Ministry Sites in the Synod

• For North Beaver Creek Lutheran & Pastor Sharilyn Wendt

  Shepherding God, we lift up North Beaver Creek Lutheran in Ettrick. We thank you for their history and their future. Bless Pastor Sharilyn Wendt with the clarity of your Word and a heart of compassion, that together they may grow in discipleship and grace. Lord, in your mercy…receive our prayer.

• For Halfway Creek Lutheran & SAM Patti Happel

  Living Word, we pray for the people of Halfway Creek Lutheran in Holmen. Bless their life together and their service to the Coulee Region. We pray especially for Synodically Authorized Minister Patti Happel; grant her wisdom, energy, and joy as she leads your people in worship and mission. Lord, in your mercy…receive our prayer.

• For Faith Lutheran of Black Hammer & Pastor Len Liptack

• God of the hills and valleys, we pray for Faith Lutheran of Black Hammer in Spring Grove. Sustain this community in their fellowship and outreach. We pray for Pastor Len Liptack; empower his ministry among them, that your Gospel may flourish in the quiet beauty of the Black Hammer valley. Lord, in your mercy…receive our prayer.

Emerging Leaders

• For Jason Knipe and Wartburg Seminary
  Teacher of Truth, we pray for Jason Knipe as he pursues his calling. Surround him with supportive mentors and a curious mind. We also pray for the faculty and students of Wartburg Seminary; may it continue to be a place where leaders are formed in the heart of the Gospel to serve a world in need. Lord, in your mercy…receive our prayer.

Special Requests

• For Holy Week

  Author of Life, we pray for the sanctity of this week. As we follow the path from the Upper Room to the Empty Tomb, we join in spirit with our Jewish brothers and sisters marking the Great Deliverance of Passover. May the themes of freedom from bondage and light overcoming darkness resonate in our hearts and in our neighborhoods. Guard all houses of prayer and fill them with your abiding presence. Lord, in your mercy… receive our prayer.

• For the Family of Reidun Bringsjord

  Gracious God, we entrust into your care Reidun Bringsjord, mother of Pastor Harald Bringsjord. We give thanks for her journey on this earth and for the peace she now finds in you. Grant her family the comfort of your Spirit and the steady hope that nothing in all creation can separate us from your love in Christ Jesus. Lord, in your mercy… receive our prayer.

• For the Migrant Justice Team
  God of the Exodus, we bless you for the vital witness of the Migrant Justice Team. Fuel their passion for equity and keep them steadfast in their labor. Break down the walls of our indifference, stirring us to not only welcome the stranger but to dismantle the systems that marginalize the vulnerable. Lord, in your mercy… receive our prayer.

• For Healing and Strength

  Merciful God, reach out your hand to heal and sustain Mary, Tom, Jennie, Craig, and Alice. Comfort all who are sidelined by injury or facing the uncertainty of medical procedures. In their vulnerability, let them find your grace sufficient and your love a steady anchor, restoring them to the fullness of life. Lord, in your mercy… receive our prayer.

• For Those Seeking Employment

  God our Provider, we lift up those who are unemployed, underemployed, or navigating the wearying search for work. In the midst of financial strain and the heavy burden of uncertainty, remind them of their inherent worth which far exceeds any job title. Open doors of opportunity, grant them favor with employers, and sustain their spirits with hope during this difficult season of waiting. Lord, in your mercy…receive our prayer.

• For Peace Around the World
  Prince of Peace, we pray for a world fractured by conflict and violence. Incline the hearts of all leaders toward reconciliation, remove the causes of war, and lead all nations into the way of lasting peace. Lord, in your mercy…receive our prayer.

Partners in Ministry

• For the Northwestern Minnesota Synod

  Holy God, we lift up the congregations, deacons, and pastors of the Northwestern Minnesota Synod. Guide Bishop and staff as they navigate the vast prairies and vibrant communities of their territory. Grant them a spirit of innovation and deep faith as they witness to your love in every town and township. Lord, in your mercy…receive our prayer.

• For the Western North Dakota Synod
  Gracious Spirit, we pray for the Western North Dakota Synod. In a land of wide horizons and resilient people, strengthen their ministry. Bless their rural parishes and urban centers alike, that they may be beacons of hope and tireless workers for justice and peace in their communities. Lord, in your mercy…receive our prayer.

• For the Interfaith Leaders Coalition

  God of Unity, we pray for the Interfaith Leaders Coalition of greater La Crosse. Bless their collaborative spirit as they seek common ground and work together for the well-being of our local community, reflecting your love for all people. Lord, in your mercy…receive our prayer.

• For Lutheran Social Services

  Merciful God, we lift up the staff and clients of Lutheran Social Services. Strengthen them as they provide essential care, housing, and support to our neighbors in need, serving as a tangible sign of your grace in the world. Lord, in your mercy…receive our prayer.

• For the Wisconsin Council of Churches

  Spirit of Wisdom, guide the Wisconsin Council of Churches in their ministry of advocacy and connection. May their shared voice be a catalyst for justice and peace throughout our state as they lead congregations in the way of Christ. Lord, in your mercy…receive our prayer.

• For Our Companion Synods

  Faithful God, we pray for our companion synods: the Iglesia Luterana del Peru and the Evangelical Church of Czech Brethren (ECCB). Despite the distance of miles and languages, knit us together in the body of Christ and bless our mutual ministry and friendship. Lord, in your mercy…receive our prayer.

• For Sugar Creek Bible Camp

  Creator God, we pray for Sugar Creek Bible Camp in Ferryville. As they prepare for the coming seasons of retreat and renewal, protect their grounds and inspire the hearts of all who gather there to experience your creation and your Word. Lord, in your mercy…receive our prayer.

• For the EcoFaith Network and Summit

  Creator God, we give you thanks for the EcoFaith Network and their stewardship of your creation. Bless the upcoming EcoFaith Summit, "From Fear to Fire," as they gather to ignite community for a planet in peril. Inspire all who participate—whether in Duluth or online—to move from despair to courageous action for the healing of the earth. Lord, in your mercy…receive our prayer.